Hospital Medicine Careers
Nocturnist
Anchorage, Alaska
Leadership. Strategy. Purpose.
In hospital medicine, clinical leadership drives meaningful change. Our physician teams deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care throughout the inpatient journey, ensuring timely decisions, coordinated treatment plans, and seamless transitions. We lead with clarity, compassion, and a commitment to operational excellence.
With a national footprint and decades of experience, our hospital medicine programs are built on strong physician leadership, data-driven performance, and a culture of collaboration. Whether managing complex cases or optimizing hospital workflows, our hospitalists are empowered to make a lasting impact, supported by systems that prioritize autonomy, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Job Type: Full Time
- Job Level: New Grads; Experienced
- Shift: Night
- Travel: No
Nocturnist
Anchorage, Alaska
Job ID:
JOB-001244
Category:
Hospital Medicine
Bring Better to the Bedside as a Nocturnist with The Alaska Hospitalist Group in Anchorage, Alaska at Providence Alaska Medical Center
We believe in bringing "better" to our local community in Anchorage, Alaska — better care, better collaboration, and a deep commitment to the people we serve. We’d love to talk if you’re looking for a role that supports your professional growth and connection to a vibrant community.
We are hiring for a Nocturnist position. A Nocturnist role requires working exclusively overnight shifts. Candidates must be comfortable with a nocturnal schedule and possess the ability to deliver exceptional patient care during nighttime hours.
Local Team Collaboration:
- Join our close-knit team of 28 physicians and two Nurse Practitioners at Providence Alaska Medical Center.
Qualifications:
- Medical Degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution.
- Board-certified/eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine.
- Active medical license or eligible to become licensed in Alaska.
Scheduling:
- Enjoy a consistent 7-on/7-off schedule.
Key Responsibilities:
- At Providence Alaska Medical Center, our physicians practice the full breadth of adult medicine, including general medical wards and surgical consults. We have an ICU that is fully supported by intensivists who practice within the same group, The Alaska Hospitalist Group.
- Providence Alaska Medical Center is supported by multiple surgical specialties including general surgery, vascular surgery, cardiothoracic surgery, neurosurgery, and ob/gyn. Interventional Radiology services are also available.
- In addition to Providence Alaska Medical Center, the staffing model with The Alaska Hospitalist Group also includes hospitalist services at Central Peninsula Hospital, St. Elias Specialty Hospital, and Mat-Su Regional Medical Center.
Living and Working in Anchorage:
Alaska has so much to offer! Anchorage is a modern city with beautiful scenery and so much outdoor recreation. Within the city are moose, bears, glaciers, and many miles of trails for activities including hiking, biking, and skiing. There are also golf courses, shopping malls, world-class restaurants, two universities, as well as a sports arena and performing arts center. Enjoy the view of the Chugach Mountains while taking in the wild and include the modern amenities of an active city with so much to do and see.
In addition to the beautiful nature of Alaska, also appreciate the financial benefits of no state income or sales tax. Anchorage also pays its residents a yearly dividend from oil revenues, the Permanent Fund Dividend.
Most of us at The Alaska Hospitalist Group have a passion for the beauty and adventure that Alaska has to offer, including photography, fishing, mountain biking, skiing, boating, and aviation. We spend time with our families and exploring the Alaskan outdoors during our time off, while the flexible schedule permits coverage for one another when we are out.
Rewards and Compensation:
- Competitive salary with excellent benefits package
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- 401k with matching contributions.
- Paid malpractice insurance, licensure, and hospital privileges.
Jill Herrera, Clinical Recruiter | jherrera@soundphysicians.com | (612) 463-8395
Our values in action
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Uncompromising Care:
You deliver thoughtful, evidence-based care across diverse inpatient populations. We support you with tools and workflows that enhance your clinical impact—because every patient deserves excellence.
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Collaboration:
You’re part of a tightly integrated team of hospitalists who work in partnership with nurses, specialists, and case managers to ensure coordinated, efficient care throughout the hospital stay.
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Accountability:
You lead with intention—owning your role in shaping hospital strategy, mentoring peers, and driving performance across key metrics like length of stay, readmissions, and patient satisfaction.
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Ingenuity & Empathy:
You bring steady leadership and innovative thinking to complex clinical and operational challenges, balancing precision with compassion for patients, families, and your team.
Career Path
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Practicing
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Single-site Leadership
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Multi-site Leadership
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Practicing :
Start your journey as a practicing clinician, focused on delivering exceptional patient care while building foundational leadership skills. This stage prepares you for future opportunities to lead and influence.
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Single-site Leadership :
Step into leadership at the practice level as an Associate Medical Director or Medical Director. In these roles, you’ll guide clinical teams, collaborate with hospital partners, and ensure operational and clinical excellence at a single site.
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Multi-site Leadership :
Expand your impact by overseeing multiple practices as a System Medical Director, Regional Medical Director, or Regional Chief Medical Officer. These roles involve strategic leadership, mentoring physician leaders, and driving performance across a region.
Hear from our team
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Chia-Shing Yang, MD
Regional President, Hospital Medicine -
“I moved states for this role. I knew right away—after meeting the team—that this was the kind of environment where I could grow and be supported.”
Sunny Pattar, MD
Medical Director, Hospital Medicine -
“We’re proud of the impact we’re making. It’s real, it’s measurable, and it’s felt in our communities.”
Karen Allen, MD
Divisional Chief Medical Officer
Rewards
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Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
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Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with Match & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
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Wellness Programs (Kaia Health, Maven, Real Appeal)
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Short & Long-Term Disability
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401K with company match
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Leadership Development Programs (e.g., LEAD)
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CME Reimbursement
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Physician Mental Health Counseling
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Continuing Education & Professional Licensing Support
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